How to Compel the Judges to Pick Yours

Short story competitions can be very tough and intimidating. Sometimes it seems as if they cannot be won. However, by making sure that the title makes the judges curious, the first sentence draws them in, the story progresses at a good pace, and the end is good and believable, then winning the competition should be a piece of cake.

Submitted By Jessica Brown

Beginnings: Concrete Tips on How To Start a Short Story

Concrete tips using character, scene or setting on how effectively to begin a short story.

Submitted By Billy Skid

A Newbie's Guide to Fanfiction

The world of fanfiction can be intimidating. Let this guide help you start cranking out stories.

Submitted By Alyssa Regal

How to Tell a Scary Ghost Story
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A spine chilling ghost story can be exhilarating in the right setting. Here´s how to tell a ghost story that will hold your audience spell bound.

Submitted By Dr. Kristie

Tips for Short Stories: Choosing the Right Title

Your short story´s title is the very first thing that your readers will see. This 500-word article gives you tips for choosing a title that will give your readers the best-possible impression of your work.

Submitted By Sarah81

Show Don't Tell
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Show Don´t Tell - the elusive concept has evaded many a writer. This article explains how to use descriptive text and emotion to weave your reader into the story that could be the difference between receiving a contract, or ending up in the slush pile.

Submitted By ashleyludwig